The The 11,000 sq ft warehouse offers reduced rate prices after taking in products from liquidated companies, end of line products and bankrupt stock.
It was a race through the door as customers looked to be the first to bag a bargain as well as a golden ticket to go into a draw for discount vouchers worth up to £50.
Check out these 17 fantastic photographs which capture the first morning of trading at a store which looks set to be a big bargain hit in Sunderland.
1. Open for business
The Bargain Clearance Centre in Washington opened its doors to customers for the first time. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
2. Ready to shop
Large numbers of customers parked up ready for the 10am opening. Photo: Frank Reid
3. First through the door
Susan Oversby, 64, was the first customer through the door at the Bargain Clearance Centre. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
4. The golden ticket?
Susan Oversby is presented with her golden ticket to go into a draw to win shopping discount vouchers. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid